For this feeling of wonder shows that you are a philosopher,
since wonder is the only beginning of philosophy.

Monday, 25 April 2016

The World As I See It: Summary

Reading-Text
Six, Albert
Einstein

Contemplation
and View of Life

The
article by Einstein depicts his philosophy of life. The great scientist of
modern age, expresses his views about the creation of the world and man’s
proper place in the cosmic scheme of the universe. He insists upon the
necessity of leading a simple life, the need of social justice and feelings of
social responsibility. At the same time he shows his extreme hatred against
war, which he regards as the meanest business of commercial minded politicians.

Man’s
Position, Capabilities and Responsibilities

Einstein
observes that man suffers from delusions. He thinks and knows why he is born
when actually he has no idea. His stay in this world is very short. However,
man lives in this world not only for his near ones but also for those unknown
millions who are tied in the bond of human sympathy. He suggests that man
should live a simple life. It is always good. It decreases man’s dependence
upon man. He is conscious of the fact that he has taken too much from his
fellowmen and wants to repay it as much as he can.

Humility,
Sincerity and Simplicity Keeps One Independent

Einstein
does not believe in human division into different classes. He appears as a
strong believer in social justice and responsibility. He thinks that no one
should be admired or worshipped because it is contrary to social justice. If he
has been admired so much, it is because of his discoveries what he made after
ceaseless efforts. It is this search and devotion for one’s work, which
distinguishes a man from others.

War,
Monarchy and Desire for Outward and Material Progress are Vices

Einstein
is against wars. He finds it disgusting. He accuses the politicians for
imposing this evil upon mankind for their ugly designs. These people corrupt
the minds of simple men and women throughout their influences, which they
mobilize through schools and the press. He believes that war can be abolished
if the unsound interests and selfish motives did not exploit the people.
Einstein feels that the ideal of life should be companionship among the people
of like minds who are committed to the discovery of the areas of experiences
and knowledge in the fields of art and science. Ideals, such as the desire for
outward success, property and power are charming only for corrupt and vicious
people. These material things are attracted only by the people of brutal
nature.

Only
the Logical Appreciation of the Universe Keeps things in Abstraction

He
suggests that man should be humble to God and realizes that whatever he has
achieved is nothing in comparison to what is known to Him. He says that life
and reality are two mysteries, which we are all the time trying to know, and
what we have achieved so far is elementary. He concludes by arguing that it is
beyond man’s approach to discover everything through the help of intellect and
reason. It is only the belief and image of God and mystery of the eternity of
life, which unfolds various secrets and solves numerous problems. This belief
removes dark layer from man’s mind. It supplements man in comprehending the
vast and incomprehensible universe. The faith in the unseen omnipotent proves to
be the driving force in exploring the world from pole to pole. It brings
harmony in man’s thinking faculty and his sense perception.